The palate is surprisingly complex, sweet with notes of red fruit and plums, candied berries, even a touch of watermelon. As the palate evolves in the glass and on the tongue, the cherrywood smoke element starts to build, though it’s fleeting and could easily be mistaken for heavy barrel char if you weren’t actively searching for it. On the finish, more of an almond note, some chocolate, and a lingering spice after all else has faded.